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Dry and flaky skin after a tummy tuck

Penny Lane1
I’ve noticed that dry and flaky skin are present after a tummy tuck in that area of skin. It’s not itchy or irritated, just peeling and flaky. I’ve also noticed this in pictures of others who have had this procedure done . Just curious.

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